2002 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 166 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 2997 cc |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
